Geochemist Intern

  • ADV000AUZ
  • On Site
  • Houston, Texas, United States
  • Part time
Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the universe's origins, and working with a sincere and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

We have an exciting opportunity for a Geochemist Intern to join the team.

** This is a temporary role with a duration of 30 weeks. **

If selected, you will:

  • Assist staff scientist in the operation of a GCMS and analysis of resulting data
  • Assist with setup and volatile lunar simulant production of complex gas mixtures
  • Execute planned experiments on cryogenic lunar simulant samples
  • Validate, summarize and communicate quantitative results.
  • Work both independently and as a part of the Cold Curation and Gas Sample Analysis Team
  • Meticulously document procedures and actively participate in safety initiatives in the laboratory environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Requisition Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled at an accredited university and in Geochemistry Geoscience, Chemistry, or a closely related field
  • Completed at least 45 credit hours
  • Minimum of a 2.8 GPA
  • Completed at least 45 credit hours.
  • Experience working in a lab following safety procedures.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.


Why Join Our Team?

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Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  • Excellent personal and professional career growth
  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
  • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
  • Much, much more!


For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
  • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.


Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance following an established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust the schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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